Israel-Hezbollah war: Only 500 Nigerians registered for evacuation - FG - The Round Table The Federal Government has announced only 500 Nigerians have so far registered to be evacuated from Lebanon consequent the war between Hezbollah and Israel.
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This was stated in a statement signed by the spokesman of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Amb. Eche Abu-Obe.
“Currently, about 500 Nigerians have registered with the Mission. However, there are more than 2000 Nigerian citizens residing in the country.
“Even though most of them have not indicated a willingness to retrace home in spite of the persuasion by our Embassy, we will continue to do everything to ensure the safety of our citizens,” he said.
He appealed to those who have not registered with the Embassy to do so through Email: [email protected].
While reiterating that the safety and well-being of all citizens remained the priority of the government, he stated the government had activated emergency protocols to ensure the swift and safe evacuation of its citizens uphold home as soon as possible consequent the deteriorating security situation in Lebanon.
Amb. Abu-Obe declared that no life had been lost which he attributed to the “commendable efforts made by the Embassy, working in concert with the leadership of the Nigerian community to evacuate fellow Nigerians from southern Lebanon the epicentre of an oppose to Beirut.”
He declared that the government was making arrangements to send a C-130 Aircraft or any other available flight for the evacuation exercise.
“The Nigerian government cheers all citizens living In Lebanon not to resist evacuation because the ongoing contest may climb and appeals for cooperation with the evacuation process and chase safety guidelines.
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“Nigeria appreciates the understanding of the international community and will continue to monitor the situation.” the statement said.
Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon have rose in the past weeks, targeting Hezbollah positions in Beirut and southern Lebanon.
The dispute has resulted in over 600 deaths, including Hezbollah’s long-time leader, Hassan Nasrallah, and displaced hundreds of thousands.
Israel has also launched a ground invasion in southern Lebanon, marking a major escalation.
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Published 10/6/2024